Dirt Is OK

Use dirt as a sensory experience by adding different objects and materials.

Materials Needed:

Patch of dirt. (or) cardboard box with some dirt in it.

Cars, trucks

Water.

Old spoons or small shovels.

What to do:

Take child into the garden and find a patch of dirt to play with or setup a cardboard box with dirt in it.

Use the old spoons or small shovel and begin to dig in the dirt.

Add toy cars and trucks that baby can interact with in the dirt. For example, making tracks, covering the cars/trucks with dirt etc.

Add a small amount of water to the dirt and encourage your child to play with it.

Hints and Tips:

Take a few old plastic containers or some plastic cups and encourage your child to spoon dirt into them.

Add animal figurines to the dirt.

Find some small rocks and sticks and add it to the dirt.

Your child will not need much encouraging to get down and get dirty!

Additional Info

Appropriate Age:1 year+

Number of Children:Individual (1), Couple (2), Few (3), Small Group (4)

Developmental Milestones:

- Determined to walk unassisted.- Can bend over and pick up objects off the floor.- Can stop and change direction while walking.- Follows a broader range of instructions.- Combines language and gestures to express themselves.- Appreciates the company of friends and family.